Weather in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is home to 12 cities tracked on Mausam Online, including Shimla, Solan, Kālka. Live weather, hourly forecasts and air-quality data are available for every city.
Climate & seasons
Northern India experiences four distinct seasons: hot summer (March–June) with temperatures of 40–48°C, southwest monsoon (July–September), pleasant post-monsoon (October–November) and cool dry winter (December–February).
When to visit Himachal Pradesh
Plan trips between October and March for the most pleasant weather. Summer (April–June) can be punishing. The monsoon delivers heavy rain but turns landscapes vivid green.
Air quality in Himachal Pradesh
AQI conditions vary by city and season. Winter (November–January) is typically the worst due to atmospheric inversion and crop-residue burning in the wider region. Check each city's live AQI on its page above.